March is Parenting Awareness Month. The Ionia County Great Start Parent Coalition is giving families the chance to have fun together at its third annual Spring Fling Dance, from 6:30 until 9:30 p.m., Saturday at the Ionia Armory.

Families with children fifth grade and younger can come to the Armory to dance, have refreshments, do activities, and enter for a chance to win prizes.

This event is free, thanks to generous donations from local businesses and the parent coalition.